University of Chicago
About The Department
The Chicago Center for HIV Elimination (CCHE) is situated within the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago Medicine. CCHE aims to eliminate all new HIV transmission events by 2041. The University of Chicago’s position on the South Side uniquely positions it to test, treat, and prevent new HIV infections in a highly affected population, especially among the largest contiguous Black population in the United States.
Job Summary The Research Coordinator will assist with day‑to‑day operations of funded projects involving LGBTQ and criminal justice involved (CJI) individuals. The coordinator will oversee several research projects with oversight from the Research Manager and Director of Research, staying informed about NIH and CDC regulations. This grant‑funded position reports to the Director of Research.
Responsibilities
Support recruitment, screening for eligibility, and consenting community members.
Deliver assessments, interventions, and controls.
Support data entry and analysis, offering referrals to service programming when appropriate.
Conduct literature reviews, support manuscript and grant writing.
Engage in data management and analysis as needed.
Oversee day‑to‑day research project operations.
Assist with operations of CDC and NIH funded projects.
Coordinate multiple related projects to ensure optimal recruitment, enrollment, and fidelity to study participation and follow‑up counseling.
Assist with development of study protocols, survey instruments, and maintenance of databases.
Support evening and weekend events when research is requested on site.
Perform various administrative and operational tasks under direct supervision.
Use knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
Perform other related work as needed.
Education Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships, or equivalent experience in a related field (a four‑year degree is not typically required).
Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Previous research experience.
Experience working with individuals who identify as gender or sexual minorities.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Flexibility, creativity, and ability to manage stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical skills, and quantitative research proficiency.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Benefits Eligible for a wide range of benefits programs and resources, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via an Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected classes under the law. For additional information, please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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Job Summary The Research Coordinator will assist with day‑to‑day operations of funded projects involving LGBTQ and criminal justice involved (CJI) individuals. The coordinator will oversee several research projects with oversight from the Research Manager and Director of Research, staying informed about NIH and CDC regulations. This grant‑funded position reports to the Director of Research.
Responsibilities
Support recruitment, screening for eligibility, and consenting community members.
Deliver assessments, interventions, and controls.
Support data entry and analysis, offering referrals to service programming when appropriate.
Conduct literature reviews, support manuscript and grant writing.
Engage in data management and analysis as needed.
Oversee day‑to‑day research project operations.
Assist with operations of CDC and NIH funded projects.
Coordinate multiple related projects to ensure optimal recruitment, enrollment, and fidelity to study participation and follow‑up counseling.
Assist with development of study protocols, survey instruments, and maintenance of databases.
Support evening and weekend events when research is requested on site.
Perform various administrative and operational tasks under direct supervision.
Use knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
Perform other related work as needed.
Education Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships, or equivalent experience in a related field (a four‑year degree is not typically required).
Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Previous research experience.
Experience working with individuals who identify as gender or sexual minorities.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Flexibility, creativity, and ability to manage stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical skills, and quantitative research proficiency.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Benefits Eligible for a wide range of benefits programs and resources, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via an Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected classes under the law. For additional information, please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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